ART with MEYERS: AP Studio & Fine Art 3 Portfolio

Monday, January 23, 2017

AP Studio & Fine Art 3 Portfolio - Life Drawing

Three weeks were spent on gesture and life drawing. The students spent as little as 5 seconds, and as long as 40 minutes on their various exercises. They used a wide range of media, from charcoal to Sharpies to dried lily stalks from my garden that they dipped in ink. By the end of the unit, the students were encouraged to invent and conduct the drawing exercises themselves, so I had the opportunity to be the student and enjoy some drawing time. It was a lot of fun and educational for all. A special thank you to our many models.

The Power of Art Education

All children, not only those with specific artistic talent, benefit from an education in the arts. The arts are, in themselves, a vital part of a comprehensive education. Current research suggests that young people who participate in the arts acquire skills that help them in decision making, problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. The arts also help motivate children to learn and achieve stronger results in core academic subjects. For some children, the arts even provide the impetus to stay in school and find their way to contribute to society. Creative thinking and art education challenge students to utilize the right-hemisphere of the brain more often, resulting in more holistic thinking and intuitive learning.